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Help needed on International Mobility Program with LMIA exepmtion

sweelinck

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Aug 2, 2020
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Poland
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BUSINESS
Hi everyone!
I need your help for a doubt I have, and for which I couldn't find any reference online.
I am a performing musician, and for time-limited engagements (not on regular payroll) I don't need any work permit, as clearly stated at the IRCC website.
Now I have a part-time job offer, for a long term work in the music sector (same NOC as the performing musician), but I want to know if after I get the work permit I would still be able to perform occasional concerts, since the job is part-time and I will have the need of earning more money.
I'm applying under the International Mobility Program (LMIA exempt, Canadian interests R250a).
I have also applied for PR as self-employed artist in October 2020, but the processing time has jumped to 34 months...
Thanks in advance for your help.
 

scylla

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Jun 8, 2010
92,537
20,360
Toronto
Category........
Visa Office......
Buffalo
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
28-05-2010
AOR Received.
19-08-2010
File Transfer...
28-06-2010
Passport Req..
01-10-2010
VISA ISSUED...
05-10-2010
LANDED..........
05-10-2010
Hi everyone!
I need your help for a doubt I have, and for which I couldn't find any reference online.
I am a performing musician, and for time-limited engagements (not on regular payroll) I don't need any work permit, as clearly stated at the IRCC website.
Now I have a part-time job offer, for a long term work in the music sector (same NOC as the performing musician), but I want to know if after I get the work permit I would still be able to perform occasional concerts, since the job is part-time and I will have the need of earning more money.
I'm applying under the International Mobility Program (LMIA exempt, Canadian interests R250a).
I have also applied for PR as self-employed artist in October 2020, but the processing time has jumped to 34 months...
Thanks in advance for your help.
The work permit you receive will be tied to a specific employer and only allow you to work for that employer in Canada.
 

scylla

VIP Member
Jun 8, 2010
92,537
20,360
Toronto
Category........
Visa Office......
Buffalo
Job Offer........
Pre-Assessed..
App. Filed.......
28-05-2010
AOR Received.
19-08-2010
File Transfer...
28-06-2010
Passport Req..
01-10-2010
VISA ISSUED...
05-10-2010
LANDED..........
05-10-2010
So I will not be able to work even for other situations where I don't need a work permit?
Please check 186g, I fall into this category for my extra concerts:
https://laws-lois.justice.gc.ca/eng/regulations/SOR-2002-227/page-39.html#docCont
IMO it's tricky if this exemption will apply to what you're trying to do. Basically you'll be looking to get a work permit while the same time taking advantage of working further in Canada without a work permit. You should get a consult with an immigration lawyer on this.
 

PMM

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Jun 30, 2005
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Hi

IMO it's tricky if this exemption will apply to what you're trying to do. Basically you'll be looking to get a work permit while the same time taking advantage of working further in Canada without a work permit. You should get a consult with an immigration lawyer on this.
1. The OP should note it is unlikely the employer would be able to obtain an LMIA for a part time job.
 

sweelinck

Star Member
Aug 2, 2020
56
6
Poland
Category........
BUSINESS
but we are talking about jobs (performing occasional concerts in a limited time) that are allowed to be done WITHOUT work permit
 

PMM

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Jun 30, 2005
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HI

but we are talking about jobs (performing occasional concerts in a limited time) that are allowed to be done WITHOUT work permit
1. Re-read the OP's post. He is asking about a long term part time position. Not the occasional performance which are LMIA exempt.